Cost to Run a Refrigerator in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a refrigerator here costs $17.95 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 100–250 W
Per day
$0.59
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$17.95
109 kWh
Per year
$215
1,314 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $8.97 | $108 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.95 | $215 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.18 | $35.90 | $431 |
Texas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a refrigerator in Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a refrigerator with typical usage costs about $0.59 per day, $17.95 per month, or $215 per year.
Is running a refrigerator in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $17.95 per month here versus $20.14 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.